Harbor House provides immediate shelter for individuals needing to leave unsafe situations, along with outreach services and access to community resources to support survivors of domestic violence on their journey to safety and healing.
We help survivors escape the cycle of violence by empowering them to regain stability in their lives, fostering hope for a future filled with safety, independence and new beginnings.
What to Expect
Escaping an unsafe relationship is often a process, not a single event.
Leaving an abusive situation is complex, and survivors often face barriers that others may not see. It requires careful planning, the right timing, and, at times, additional support to help survivors and their families leave safely.
Harbor House provides trauma-informed, survivor-centered services that are free, voluntary and confidential. Outreach services are also available to people trying to leave abusive relationships who never step foot in the shelter. We help survivors create safe exit plans, connect them with community resources and provide compassionate support and essentials. When needed, we also guide survivors through the judicial, medical and child welfare systems, including the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF).
Shelter is only a small part of what Harbor House offers. We are able to meet the survivors where they are, whether that be in a community setting or in the shelter.”
Keri McGregor, Program Director Harbor House
Free Services
Harbor House offers, free of charge, a 24-hour hotline, individualized safety planning, counseling, advocacy, and more for survivors and their children.
Assistance with district court services, including advocacy, protection orders and more.
Counseling, support groups and educational courses (i.e., healthy relationships, parenting and budgeting).
Case management (employment and job training, housing and support in court).
Economic advocacy.
Medical, mental health and dental referrals through a collaboration with Grace Med/Hunter Health. (These services are offered to outreach clients on a sliding-scale.)
Referrals to additional community resources.
Services for those staying in our emergency shelter and their minor children
Safety and peace of mind of a secure facility in an undisclosed location with limited access.
Privacy with 12 furnished resident bedrooms, each with a private bathroom.
Three meals each day in our dining room.
Transportation assistance.
Personal hygiene and room cleaning supplies.
Health assessments and referrals for medical needs.
Special attention to children’s schooling, physical and mental health, and developmental needs.
Children’s programs, as well as indoor and outdoor play areas.
An assigned case manager to assist survivors with establishing a housing plan, obtaining employment, applying for housing support services, arranging childcare and making referrals to other service providers in the community.
Referrals for drug, alcohol and mental health counseling.
Eligibility
Your safety is our priority
Harbor House is available to all victims of domestic violence. If you are in an abusive relationship, please reach out. We can help you!
Call now if you feel unsafe in your relationship or worry about you or your children’s safety. Harbor House is available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Harbor House is an active participant in the Coordinated Community Response (CCR) Team and works with many community partners to focus on prevention efforts.
Harbor House staff also works collaboratively with community partners in law enforcement and the district attorney’s office.
FAQs About Harbor House
Good questions
Do you serve minors in abusive relationships?
Unfortunately, we do not serve minors (those under the age of 18) who are victims of abuse unless they are with a family unit. We can refer them to outside agencies to get them the support they need.
Who do you serve?
We serve single adult survivors and adult survivors and their children.
Can my abuser track me down using your services?
All of our services are completely confidential. We do not share your information, location or personal details without your consent. In addition, our Harbor House location is intentionally discreet and secure, so you have the space you need to heal and rebuild your life.
Do I have to have a referral?
No referral is necessary to receive help at Harbor House.
We have many partners and connections to community resources that we are happy to make referrals on your behalf as necessary.
Do I have to be Catholic?
No. You do not have to be Catholic to stay in our shelter or receive outreach services. We serve people of all faiths and even those who have no faith background in need of support for leaving abusive situations.
